All Reviews for Outdoor Activities

I had a great time snorkeling in the clear waters.

There are opportunities to see various fish, from small to large, so I think beginners can enjoy it too.

There are times when the boat can sway strongly due to the waves, so if you are prone to seasickness, it might be a good idea to take motion sickness medication in advance.

透明度の高い海で楽しくシュノーケル出来ました。

小さいのから大きいのまでいろいろな魚が観れるチャンスがあるので初心者の方から楽しめると思います。

波で船の揺れが強い時もありますので船酔いしやすい方は事前に酔い止め等飲まれるといいかも知れません。

It was my first challenge. At first, I was a bit anxious since I was older and it was my first time. The instructor helped me a lot, and I was able to complete it safely until the end. This was the most fulfilling experience I had during my trip to Okinawa. I'm really glad I participated and made great memories.

初めての挑戦でした。
最初は少し不安でした、年齢もそれなりに高いしお初でしたし〜
インストラクターの兄さんに色々助けられて、最後迄無事にやり通しました。
今回沖縄旅行イベントの中で一番達成感を感じる事できました。いい思い出出来て本当に参加して良かったです。

We participated as a group of three men, and we were very satisfied. It was great to be able to move our bodies moderately, and the guide was very knowledgeable, making it a lot of fun. Although we participated during the COVID period, they were very thorough with mask-wearing and alcohol disinfection, so we felt very safe taking part. I highly recommend it.

男3人での参加でしたが、非常に満足出来ました。適度に体を動かせる上に、ガイドの方も知識が豊富でとても楽しかったです。
コロナの時期での参加になりましたが、マスク着用やアルコール消毒の徹底などもしっかりしていてとても安心して参加できました。かなりおすすめです。

We participated in a half-day easy sightseeing tour with our family of four. There was one other person joining us, making a total of five participants. We parked the car about five minutes from the monsoon and started trekking, followed by enjoying the mangroves by canoe.

The trek to the waterfall included some challenging paths, but it was enjoyable for everyone, including the kids. We loved the homemade lunch prepared by our guide at the waterfall, as well as cooling off in the pool and jumping in.

On the way back, we enjoyed different scenery, and even though it was just half a day, we fully enjoyed Iriomote Island. Our guide, Eri, shared many interesting stories, and it seemed like our second grader had a great time as well. Thank you very much!

半日のお手軽観光のツアーに家族4人で参加。
私達家族以外にはもう1名の方が一緒に参加し、合計5名で出発。
モンスーンから5分程度の場所にクルマを停め、トレッキング開始し、その後カヌーでマングローブを満喫。
カヌーを途中で止めて滝を目指したトレッキングは途中ハードな道のりもありましたが、それも子供達も含めて楽しめました。
滝でのガイドさんお手製ランチ、滝壺でのクーリング、飛び込み全て楽しめました。
帰路も行きとは違った景色を楽しめ、半日でしたが西表島を満喫出来ました。
ガイドさんのエリさんの話も大変楽しく小2の次男もすごく楽しかったみたいです。
ありがとうございました。

The staff were all kind and amazing. I highly recommend it. I am filled with gratitude for the various activities I was able to experience, even on the same day! It seems that due to the impact of COVID, there are fewer customers, so everyone, let's participate and liven things up!

スタッフの方は皆さん親切で最高でした。
おすすめです。
当日にもかかわらず、色々なアクティビティを経験させていただき感謝の気持ちでいっぱいです！
コロナの影響でお客さんの数が少ないそうなので皆さん、参加して盛り上げて行きましょう。

I participated with a friend in their 20s. We added a rental option, which we could pick up the day before the Jomon Sugi tour. We took the bus at 4 AM and started walking around 5 AM. There were six of us in the group, including the guide, and it seemed like most of us could walk well. The guide adjusted the pace according to our condition, taking breaks as needed, and the walking pace was just right. We were fortunate with the weather and arrived at Jomon Sugi just after 11 AM. After reaching Jomon Sugi, we turned back and had lunch along the way, returning to the trailhead by 4 PM. We arrived at our accommodation by bus just after 5 PM. After walking for 11 hours, I was grateful for the bus transfer. I slept really well that night.

About a week before our hike, we checked the weather forecast and decided on the date for climbing Jomon Sugi. Fortunately, the weather was good and walking was easy, but it could be tough in heavy rain. Since we could rent equipment the day before, we used it to hike Shiratani Unsuikyo without a guide the day before. For those who are not confident in their physical strength, it’s advisable to consider whether to hike Shiratani the day after climbing Jomon Sugi, depending on how fatigued you feel. I felt that the trail to Jomon Sugi was better maintained and easier to walk, but it was longer in distance. The round trip to Taiko Rock in Shiratani Unsuikyo is estimated to take about four hours. Taiko Rock offers a stunning view on clear days, so I recommend it. Since we hiked for several consecutive days, my legs were quite tired towards the end of the Jomon Sugi hike...

I had heard that even beginners could go to Jomon Sugi without a tour, but there are spots that you might miss if you don’t know about them. I felt it was a good decision to join a tour that provided various explanations. The staff at the local accommodation mentioned that the Jomon Sugi tour is popular, so it was great that we could make a good reservation. The guide was very attentive and friendly, and I enjoyed hearing many stories that could only be shared by local people from Yakushima along the way. Also, since the walking time is long, I think it’s important to research and prepare your gear in advance.

However, I will deduct one star because when I inquired by phone beforehand, I was told they would call me back, but I never received a call. I was also told they would contact me about my reservation three days prior, but I didn’t hear from them, so I had to call them instead.

I think it would be a waste not to see Jomon Sugi when visiting Yakushima. It was challenging, but it truly became a great experience. Thank you!

20代の友人と参加しました。オプションでレンタルを付けましたが、縄文杉ツアーの前日に受け取れます。朝4時にバスに乗り、歩き始めたのは5時頃でした。ガイドさん含め6人グループでしたがちゃんと歩ける人が多かったようで、ガイドさんは私たちの様子を見ながら適宜休憩を取りつつ進んでくださり、歩くペースはちょうど良く、天候にも恵まれ、11時過ぎには縄文杉に着きました。縄文杉までたどり着いたら引き返して途中で昼食を食べ、登山口まで戻ってきたのは16時でした。バスで宿についたのは17時過ぎです。11時間歩いて疲れていたためバスでの送迎付きはありがたかったです。その日は本当に良く寝れました。
私たちは登る一週間ほど前に天気予報を見て縄文杉に登る日程を決め、結局天候も良く歩き易かったのですが、ひどい雨だと辛いかもしれません。前日からレンタル品を借りれるため、私たちはそれを使い前日に白谷雲水峡にガイドなしで登りましたが、体力に自信のない方は縄文杉に登った次の日に、疲労の程度で白谷に登るか登らないか考えるのが良いそうです。白谷よりも縄文杉の方が道が整備されていて歩きやすいが距離が長いという印象を受けました。白谷雲水峡は太鼓岩まで往復4時間が目安だそうです。太鼓岩も天気がいい日は絶景なのでおすすめです。連日歩いたため縄文杉の最後の方は足が辛かったですが…
縄文杉は初心者でもツアー無しでいけると聞いていたのですが、知らないと素通りしてしまうスポットもあり、様々な解説を付けてくれるツアーを付けて良かったと感じました。現地の宿の方もここの縄文杉ツアーは人気だからいいとこで予約できて良かったねと言われましたし、ガイドさんも面倒見が良く気さくで、道中で屋久島の現地の人からしか聞けない話がたくさん聞けて楽しかったです。あとは、とにかく歩く時間が長いため装備は事前に調べてちゃんと準備していった方がいいと思います。
ただ、事前に電話で問い合わせたときに折り返し電話しますと言われましたが電話が来なかったこと、3日前に予約について一度連絡しますと言われましたが来なかったためこちらから電話をしたという点については☆-１をしておきます。
屋久島に訪れたら縄文杉を見ないともったいないと思います。大変でしたが本当にいい経験になりました、ありがとうございました。

It was my first experience kayaking, but I received a thorough briefing beforehand, and even after we got out to sea, the guide was very considerate, allowing me to enjoy it with peace of mind. I was surprised to see so many sea urchins and starfish clearly through the clear kayak. Unfortunately, we couldn't enter the Blue Cave, but the guide took photos for us and chatted casually, making it a very satisfying experience. After the canoeing, I was also recommended a place for sea urchin rice bowl, and I thoroughly enjoyed the delicious sea urchin from Shakotan.

カヤック初体験でしたが事前にレクチャーいただき海に出てからもガイドさんはとても気を遣っていただき安心して楽しめました。クリアカヤックからは海底がはっきりと見えるためウニやヒトデがとても多いことに驚きました。あいにく青の洞窟には入れませんでしたがガイドさんに写真を撮っていただいたり気さくにお話をしてくださり、大変満足いく内容でした。カヌー体験後、おすすめのウニ丼の店なども紹介いただき積丹の美味しいウニを堪能しました。

I participated two years ago in the fall, and this time I joined in the summer. Overall, the beautiful starry sky was truly a wonderful experience. Compared to my last visit, I was a little disappointed this time. The guide from my previous visit had great speaking skills and extensive knowledge, which moved me beyond just the starry sky and made me decide to return. However, this time there was no final Q&A session, and I felt there were fewer detailed discussions, such as how many billions of light-years away the stars are.

That said, it was only a slight disappointment compared to my expectations. If it’s your first time, I believe you will undoubtedly be impressed.

They were very kind in helping us adjust the binoculars for the children. My 4-year-old and 7-year-old were delighted, saying, "I can see it!" (Last time, my 2-year-old was mostly asleep.)

前回は2年前の秋に参加。今回は夏に参加しました。
総じて大変な綺麗な星空が見え、本当に素敵な体験でした。
前回との比較では、今回は少しだけがっかり。
前回のガイドさんのトーク力・知識が豊富で、星空だけでなく、そこにも感動し再訪を決めました。
しかし今回は、最後の質問タイムもなく、あの星は何億光年前の光が届いている等の細かな話なども少なかった印象でした。

ただ、期待値に対して少し残念、というレベル。はじめての利用であれば、間違いなく感動されると思います。

子ども用の双眼鏡も、一緒にピントをあわせていただけるなど、とても親切にしていただきました。4歳と7歳の子どもも「見えた！」と喜んでいました。(前回、2歳児はほぼ終始寝ておりました)

On the day of the visit, we were blessed with good weather, and the Shiretoko mountain range was clearly visible up to the peaks reflected in the Shiretoko Five Lakes. It was quiet except for the occasional chirping of birds, and we enjoyed a leisurely stroll. Mr. Umebayashi's explanations were easy to understand, and although it was a relaxed three-hour course, it was fulfilling enough that I wanted to explore more thoroughly. On the way back, we were also able to see the sunset at Cape Puyuni, which left me very satisfied. Thank you very much.

当日はお天気に恵まれて、知床五湖に映る知床連山も山頂までくっきりとしていました。たまに聞こえる鳥の囀りの他は静かで、ゆっくりと散策を楽しみました。梅林さんの解説がわかりやすく、ゆったりと3時間のコースでしたが、もっとじっくり周りたいと思える充実した内容でした。帰りにはプユニ岬の夕陽も見れて、大満足でした。ありがとうございました。

The meeting place is easy to find if you enter from National Route 36 and head towards Log House Hibi. If you go a little further along the road by the river across from it, you'll find a spot with boats.

After a brief explanation, since it was my first time, I had the guide accompany me to start. It seems that two people can go together, but in the end, it was a good decision to have the guide with us.

In the first half, we progressed along a wide river. The banks were lush with reeds, and the river surface was beautifully adorned with blooming yellow flowers of the water lily. The sky was high, and I felt a great sense of openness.

In the second half, the river narrowed significantly, and trees leaned in from both banks, creating a green tunnel as we moved along. It felt like we might collide with the shore if the guide hadn't been with us. We saw a heron flying and followed a kingfisher as we continued. It was very quiet, with only the sounds of birds. Since there were three of us paddling, we reached the endpoint in less than two hours. From there, we took a car through the forest back to the meeting place. The bumpy road added some thrill.

The guide was from Nepal, and it was enjoyable to hear not only about the river but also stories about Nepal. There were some troubles with the reservation, and the staff at Veltra worked hard to resolve them, but thanks to them, we were able to finish the tour in good spirits.

The parking lot at the meeting place only has a simple toilet, so it's better to take care of that beforehand, and be cautious of sunburn as there is no shade for the first 30 minutes.

集合場所は国道３６号線から入ってログハウスひびを目当てにするとわかりやすいです。向かいの川沿いの道を少し進むとボート付き場があります。
簡単な説明を受け、初めてなのでガイドさんに同乗してもらいスタート。二人でもよいそうですが、結果的には一緒に乗ってもらい正解でした。
前半は広々した川を進みます。両岸に葦が茂り、川面には満開のコウホネの黄色い花がきれいでした。空が高く、解放感いっぱいでした。
後半は川幅がぐっと狭くなり、両岸からは木々がせり出し、緑のトンネルの中を進んでいきました。ガイドさんが同乗していなかったら岸に衝突しそうな感じでした。アオサギが飛び、カワセミに先導されるように進んでいきました。とても静かで聞こえてくるのは鳥の声くらい。３人で漕いだので、２時間かからずに終点に到着しました。そこから迎えの車で森の中を走り、集合場所に帰ってきました。でこぼこ道でスリルがありましたよ。
ガイドさんはネパールの方で、川の説明のほかにもネパールの話も聞けて楽しかったです。
予約のトラブルでベルトラさんにはご苦労いただきましたが、おかげ様で気分良くツアーを終えることができました。
集合場所の駐車場には簡易トイレしかないので、トイレは事前に済ませておいたほうがよいのと、前半３０分は日陰がないので日焼けに注意が必要です。

I went to Mangrove SUP and the Lucky Falls, and I went snorkeling! The guide was very talkative and shared a lot of information about Iriomote Island, which made it really enjoyable. The waves were a bit high during snorkeling, but I got to see beautiful corals and sea turtles that can only be found here, creating wonderful memories.

マングローブSUPと幸運の滝へ行き、シュノーケリングをしました！
ガイドさんもお話上手で、西表島のいろんな情報も教えてもらってとても楽しかったです♪
シュノーケリングは波は少し高かったですが、ここでしか見れない綺麗な珊瑚やウミガメに会えて楽しい思い出ができました(o^^o)

It was more fun than I expected, and everyone was very kind.
I was able to spend precious time before my transfer.

I'm sad to leave Okinawa.

予想以上に楽しく、とても親切だった。
転勤する前に、大切な時間を過ごせました。

沖縄を離れるのは、寂しいです。

I came to Ishigaki Island dreaming of a starry sky, but unfortunately, due to the mischief of the trade winds, my dream did not come true.

However, thanks to the thoughtful arrangements by the staff, I got to see the stars on the ground (the night view). ✨✨

By chance, a coconut crab appeared, and I took pictures with the beautiful pink sagaribana, being careful not to step on the hermit crabs scurrying about... I enjoyed the nighttime adventure on the island.

What impressed me the most was that after the tour, the staff thoroughly assisted me with planning the next day's tour, allowing me to have a wonderful experience! ❗

Thank you so much! ☺️ I had a great time! ➰✨

満点の星空を夢見て石垣島に来たものの、
パイカジ（南風)のいたずらで残念ながら、夢叶わず

でもstaffさんの粋な計らいで、
地上の星(夜景)を見ました。✨✨

運良く、ヤシガニもあらわれ、美しいピンクのサガリバナと共に写真を撮り、せっせと歩くヤドカリたちを踏み潰さないように…と、夜の島のアドベンチャーを楽しみました。

何よりも私が感激したのは、
ツアー後、翌日のツアーの相談にstaffさんがトコトン付き合ってくれて、素晴らしいツアーを体験することができたこと❗

本当にありがとう☺️
楽しかったよ➰✨

I had a very enjoyable time!
All the photos were sent as data, so I can look back and enjoy them even after it's over.
The course was suitable even for us, who aren't very confident in our physical stamina!
The mangroves provided an extraordinary view, and it was incredibly soothing.
The staff who assisted us were also very pleasant, making it a comfortable experience!
Thank you, Chad and Yuki!
I would love to do this again!

とても楽しく過ごさせて頂きました！
写真は全てデータで送って下さり、終わった後も見返して楽しむことができます。
体力に自信がない私達でも大丈夫なコースでした！
マングローブは非日常的な景色で、最高に癒やされました。
担当してくださったスタッフさんも感じが良くて、居心地が良かったです！
チャドさん&ゆうきさんありがとうございました♡
また是非お願いします♪

I was informed the day before that due to tide conditions, we wouldn't be able to see Baras Island floating on the sea, and that we couldn't explore the limestone caves, which made me feel disappointed. However, instead, we were able to stand in the water and snorkel around Baras Island, and we were lucky enough to encounter a sea turtle, which turned out to be a fortunate experience.

The person in charge shared various stories during the transfer, and their good nature really shone through. They also took many photos for us. The boat we traveled on was clean and comfortable as well.

I would like to participate again if the opportunity arises.

前日に潮位の関係で海の上に浮かぶバラス島を見れないこと、鍾乳洞探検ができないことの連絡があり、残念な気持ちで参加しましたが、代わりにバラス島では水の中で立ったり周辺でシュノーケルをさせていただき、運良くウミガメにも会えて、逆にラッキーでした。

担当の方が移動中色んなことを話してくださって人柄の良さが伝わりました(^^) 写真もたくさん撮っていただきました。移動のボートも綺麗で乗り心地も良かったです。

機会があればまた参加したいと思います。

We participated in the Kayahira Bay and Blue Cave tour as a couple. The day before, we received a call informing us that due to strong winds, we wouldn't be able to go to the much-anticipated Kayahira Bay, and instead, we went to the mangroves as an alternative plan. It was great that they explained and confirmed the meeting place in detail.

At first, I was a bit disappointed about the change to the alternative plan, but I really enjoyed kayaking, and the guide provided a lot of thorough explanations. The pace was just right—not too fast and not too slow—allowing us to enjoy the kayaking and the great outdoors of the mangroves.

We went snorkeling at the Blue Cave, and when I mentioned that I wasn't confident in my swimming ability, they kindly pulled a float for me, which was very helpful. Thanks to that, I felt less scared and was able to fully enjoy the beautiful underwater world.

During the transfer, they also shared recommendations for restaurants and famous spots, which made it really fun.

After the tour, we received a lot of photos, and I was happy because they were all great shots. My first time in Ishigaki Island turned out to be a wonderful memory! The guides were really nice and very entertaining!

夫婦2人で川平湾、青の洞窟ツアー参加しました。
前日に電話いただき、強風の影響で楽しみにしていた川平湾に行けなくなり、代替のプランでマングローブの方へ行きました。集合場所等も丁寧に説明・確認してもらえて良かったです。

最初は代替プランになったことに少しがっかりしていたのですが、カヤックは勿論楽しめましたし、ガイドさんも丁寧に沢山説明してくれました。早すぎず、ゆっくりすぎず、カヤックとマングローブの大自然を楽しむことができました。
青の洞窟ではシュノーケリングをしましたが、泳力に自信がないことをお伝えすると、快く浮輪？を引っ張ってくださって助かりました。おかげで怖くなくなり、綺麗な海の世界を存分に堪能することができました。
移動の最中もオススメのレストラン、有名スポットなどを教えてくださり本当に楽しかったです。

ツアー後に写真をもらったのですが、かなりの枚数を撮ってもらっていて、どれもいい写真だったので嬉しかったです。初めての石垣島、すごくいい思い出になりました！
ガイドさん本当にいい方達でしたし、とっても面白かったです！笑

The tour guide was very friendly. It was an enjoyable trekking experience with detailed stories about the Yakusugi. They even took us to various photo spots and helped us take pictures, making the climb really fun. Thank you!

ツアーガイドさんはとてもフレンドリーでした
屋久杉のことなど詳しい話をまじえながらで楽しいトレッキングでした。色んな写真スポットと撮影までしてくれてほんと楽しく登る事が出来ました
ありがとうございます

This was my fifth time visiting Ishigaki Island, with a total stay of about 60 days. This time, I joined a tour with seven friends (four men and three women).

Until now, I preferred to travel on my own, avoiding package tours, but I really regret that decision. The professionals truly make a difference. I believe this tour is essential for anyone traveling to Ishigaki!

What I liked about pipi:
1. The personality of the guides was outstanding. The SUP guide was Kurita, and the snorkeling guide was Saito. Both were handsome, refreshing, and had great personalities, making the tour enjoyable and fun. They were also very knowledgeable, and it was great to listen to them.

2. They take photos for you. They are very accommodating and take pictures while also directing you to photogenic spots. If you request to take a group photo at a specific location, they respond flexibly.

3. They provide support beyond the tour. They shared recommendations for spots and shops after the tour, which showed their thoughtfulness.

What I liked about the SUP/snorkeling tour:
- Many participants were not good swimmers or had no experience with SUP, but everyone had a great time.
- Iriomote Island had beautiful coral, making it a magical experience. If you bring a GoPro for snorkeling, you'll enjoy it even more.

Thank you so much!

石垣島は5回目、総滞在60日くらい。
今回は、友達7名(男性4人/女性3人)でのツアー。

今まで、自分で切り開く旅が好きだったので、
パッケージツアーを避けてきたのですが、とても後悔しました。
本当に、やっぱりプロは違うなと。
石垣の旅にこのツアーは必須だと思います！

pipiのよかったところ
1. ガイドさんの人柄が最高でした。
　SUPはくりちゃん(クリタさん)。シュノーケリングはサイトウさん。
　2人ともイケメンで、爽やかで、人柄がよく、
　気持ちよく、楽しくツアーを楽しめました。
　知識も豊富で、話を聞くのがよかったです。

2. 写真を撮ってくれる
　かなり融通を効かせながら、写真を撮ってくれます。
　ただ撮ってくれるだけではなく、
　映えスポットを見つけてはディレクションしてくれますし、
　「集合写真をこのポイントで撮りたい」と要望すると、
　柔軟に答えてくれます。

3. ツアー以外のところもフォローしてくれる
　おすすめのスポットやお店など、
　ツアー後にシェアしてくれる心配りもありました

SUP/シュノーケリングツアーのよかったところ
・泳げない/SUP未経験の人が多かったのですが、
　みんな楽しめました。
・西表島は、サンゴがとても綺麗だったので、
　幻想的でした。
　シュノーケリングは、GoProを持って行く方が楽しめます。

本当にありがとうございましたー！

I participated on July 26th at 15:30.
It was my first time snorkeling, but thanks to the guide's clear and thorough explanations, I was able to enjoy snorkeling!
Additionally, the guide was very kind, making it a memorable sea turtle tour!
I was able to see sea turtles and swim with them, which was great✌️
By the way, I encountered two of them!

7/26 15:30〜参加をしました。
初めてのシュノーケリングでしたが、ガイドさんのわかりやすく丁寧な説明のおかげで楽しくシュノーケリングができました！
また、ガイドさんの対応が親切でとても思い出になるウミガメツアーでした！
ウミガメも見つけることができ、一緒に泳ぐことができたのでよかったです✌️
ちなみに2匹もお会いできました！

The mangrove exploration by canoe and trekking was very enjoyable and fulfilling. The great nature was beautiful, and it was an incredibly mystical experience! Although I couldn't go to Balas Island this time, I was very satisfied to meet many fish, including sea turtles and clownfish, while snorkeling instead. The guide was very kind and it was a lot of fun! Thank you very much. I would love to rely on your services again when I come back here.

カヌーでのマングローブ探検、トレッキングはとても楽しく堪能できました。大自然が美しく、信じられないくらい神秘的な体験でした！
今回はバラス島は行けませんでしたが、その代わりにシュノーケリングでウミガメやクマノミなど沢山のお魚にも会えて大満足でした。
ガイドのおにいさんが、みなさんとても親切で楽しかったです！ありがとうございました。
こちらにきた時はまたぜひお世話になりたいです。

The weather was perfect with clear skies all day! However, it seemed that it was a day when Barasu Island didn't make an appearance, so we couldn't land... (._.) It was disappointing, but I appreciated the advance notice we received the day before. There is definitely a difference in feeling between being informed on the day and the day before.

I was told by the tour guide on Ishigaki Island the day before, "Iriomote Island has a large protected area, so you can't really enter without a guide!" so it was a good decision to book this tour in advance☆

The day's itinerary included exploring a limestone cave followed by mangrove SUP. Honestly, the limestone cave was as expected (^^; My husband had been to Akiyoshido in Yamaguchi Prefecture, and I had been to Gama in Okinawa, so the impact of that experience was stronger. It might be good for those who are visiting a limestone cave for the first time.

Inside the limestone cave, I was surprised by how much water we had to wade through (it might vary by day, but on this day it was about waist-deep) (ﾟдﾟ)! Also, the water in the cave is not colorless and transparent, so those who are particular about cleanliness might feel uneasy. I recommend wearing a rash guard instead of a T-shirt since you might get a bit dirty.

It was my first time doing mangrove SUP, but after the briefing, I was able to stand up and paddle right away, and it was incredibly fun! We passed through some relatively rugged areas, so I ended up kneeling or sitting partway through. It was easier than standing the whole time＾＾ I was super excited when a ray swam by right after we started ☺☆彡

Our guide, Kurizawa, answered questions about the plants and insects we encountered during the tour, as well as about Iriomote Island. He took many photos with a waterproof camera and sent them to us via LINE the same day, and I was happy to see how beautifully they turned out☆ Thank you for the recommended gourmet information about Ishigaki Island!

As others have mentioned, if you're doing a day trip, you might have to wait quite a while after the tour depending on the boat schedule. We also waited about an hour and a half while having lunch. Additionally, since this tour includes transportation to Uehara Port, it might be a bit difficult for those who want to visit Yufu Island as a day trip due to time and location constraints. It seems it takes about an hour by car from Uehara Port to Ohara Port, which is convenient for sightseeing in Yufu Island.

I deducted one star since we couldn't go to Barasu Island, but overall it was a satisfying tour. It seems that the tour fee for not being able to go to Barasu Island will be refunded later◎

Thank you very much (^^)/~~~

天気に恵まれて1日中快晴！でしたが、タイミング悪くバラス島が現れない日だったようで上陸できず...(._.)残念でしたが、前日に予めご連絡をいただけたのはありがたかったです。やはり当日伝えられるのと前日伝えられるのとでは気持ち的にも違いますね。

「西表島は保護されている区域が広いからガイドがいないとなかなか入れないよ～！」と前日石垣島のツアーガイドの方に伺い、今回申し込んでおいて正解でした☆

当日の流れは、鍾乳洞探検→マングローブSUP。正直、鍾乳洞は期待通りだったかなぁ(^^;夫は山口県の秋芳洞、私は沖縄本島のガマ（西表島の鍾乳洞と沖縄本島のガマを比べてはいけませんが…。）へ入ったことがあったので、そのときの衝撃の方が強かったようです。鍾乳洞自体初めてという方には良いのでは。

鍾乳洞内では想像以上に水に浸かりびっくり（日によって違うのかもしれませんがこの日は腰くらい）(ﾟдﾟ)！また、鍾乳洞の水は無色透明ではないので潔癖な人は抵抗があるかもしれません。多少汚れるのでTシャツよりラッシュガード着用をおすすめします。

マングローブSUPは初めてでしたが、レクチャー後すぐに立って漕ぐことができてめちゃくちゃ楽しかったです！わりと険しいところを通るので途中からは膝立ちor着座の姿勢。ずっと立っているより楽でした＾＾スタート直後にエイがスイーっと泳いでいったのには大興奮☺☆彡

ガイドの栗澤さんはツアー中に遭遇する植物や昆虫についてはもちろん、西表島のこと、参加者の質問に丁寧に答えてくださいました。防水カメラでたくさん撮影してくれ、その日のうちにLINEでいただきましたがキレイに撮れていて嬉しかったです☆石垣島のおすすめグルメ情報もありがとうございました！

他の方が書かれていた通り、日帰りの場合は船の時間によっては終了後かなり待ちます。私たちもお昼ご飯を食べつつ1時間半くらい待ちました。また、こちらのツアーは上原港までの送迎のため、ツアーついでに日帰りで由布島へ行きたい方は時間と場所的に少し難しいかもしれません。※上原港から由布島観光に便利な大原港までは車で1時間程かかるようです。

バラス島へ行けなかったので★をひとつ減らしましたが、全体的には満足のいくツアーでした。※バラス島へ行けなかった分のツアー代は後日返金いただけるようです◎

ありがとうございました(^^)/~~~

Since the Phantom Island gets crowded in the morning, we went snorkeling first. We were able to snorkel for about 40 minutes in an area with many blue coral reefs, and I was very satisfied. The blue corals were beautiful! Although the water was a bit murky due to the wind, there were plenty of fish, and the kids were happy. My older child wanted to return to the boat early, so I was able to leave them there while I enjoyed snorkeling alone. Thank you very much!

As for the Phantom Island itself, it was just okay; it is beautiful, but I felt that snorkeling was better. Since the island has a lot of coral, I wish I had brought marine shoes.

幻の島が朝は混んでるということで、先にシュノーケルをしました。
青のサンゴ礁がたくさんあるところでシュノーケルを40分ほどでき、とても満足できました。青のサンゴは、とても綺麗でした！風があり少し濁ってはいましたが魚もたくさんで子供たちも喜んでいました。年長の子供が早めに船に戻りたいというので預けて船でみてもらえたので、母親の私は1人でゆっくりシュノーケルできました。ありがとうございました(^^)
肝心の幻の島は、ふーんという感じで、綺麗ではありますが、シュノーケルのが良かったなという印象です。島は、サンゴが多いのでマリンシューズを持参すれば良かったなと思います。

It's something that can't be helped since it's a natural occurrence. The tide was high, so Barasu Island wasn't accessible, and we switched to a different half-day course. That said, exploring the limestone caves and stand-up paddleboarding in the mangrove forest was enjoyable.

自然のことなのでどうにもなりません。潮位が高くバラス島が出てこなかったので、別の半日コースに変わりました。と言いつつも、鍾乳洞探索やマングローブ林のSUPは楽しかったです。

I went diving with a friend who hadn't dived in 13 years. Although the visibility was quite low due to the weather, the sunlight made it bright, and we were able to see various clownfish, including the Hama clownfish, common clownfish, anemone clownfish, and the saddleback clownfish.

We were also lucky to spot a green sea turtle resting nearby. It was quite accustomed to people and didn't swim away even when we got close, allowing us to take photos at our leisure.

Perhaps because of the feeding, the six-lined wrasse came close enough that we could see its scales clearly, which was a fun experience that you can't have on remote islands. It was a great spot for both beginner and experienced divers to enjoy!

13年ぶりのダイビングという友人と潜りましたが、天候の関係でかなり透明度は低かったものの、日差しで明るく、ハマクマノミ、クマノミ、カクレクマノミ、セジロクマノミ、ハナビラクマノミを見ることができました。
また運良くアオウミガメが休んでいて、かなり人に慣れていて近くにいても逃げなかったので！ゆっくり写真が撮れました。
餌やりがあるからかロクセンスズメダイがウロコがはっきり見えるくらいの距離でよってきてくれて、離島では体験できない距離で観察できたのも楽しかったです。久々の体験ダイビングでもファンダイビングでも楽しめるスポットでしたよ！

It had been a while since I dived at this spot, and the weather turned bad and dark before we even got in the water, but the Blue Cave itself was very beautiful. The guide was also very attentive and taught us well, so I had a great time.

My friend, who I hadn't seen in a long time, seemed to forget all her worries before diving and really enjoyed herself underwater. It looked like she had a lot of fun interacting with the guide while we were diving.

Since the beach dive was closed, choosing a shop for boat entry was definitely the right decision. Even with bad weather, it seems that boat entry can still be enjoyable, so I recommend it if you don’t get seasick!

Afterward, they also carefully helped us log our dives. I'm truly grateful for that.

久々に潜ったスポットで、潜る前から天候が悪くなって暗くなりましたが、青の洞窟自体はとても綺麗で、ガイドさんも丁寧に教えてくれたのでとても楽しかったです。
すごい久々の友人も、潜る前の不安は何処へやらで、水中ではかなり楽しめたようで、ガイドさんとの潜ってる間のやり取りも楽しかった様子でした。
ビーチダイブが封鎖されてたので、ボートエントリーのショップ選んで正解でした。
天候が悪くてもボートエントリーならもがれることがあるようなので、船に酔わないならおすすめです！
終わった後も丁寧にログもつけてくれました。
本当に感謝です

I was deeply moved by the beauty of nature after being cooped up at home for so long during the self-restraint period. The guide's detailed explanations about the plants and animals enhanced my experience even more.

ずっと自粛生活で家に籠っていたので、自然の美しさに感動しました。ガイドさんが決め細やかに植物、動物について解説してくれたため、感動が倍増しました。

We had a great time experiencing stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) while almost falling into the mangroves with four people (^^). Chad's friendly guidance made it very enjoyable! The snorkeling was the best I've ever seen, with beautiful fish. The coral was also stunning, and I was so happy to see the clownfish! We were able to do so many activities in just one day!

SUPでマングローブの中を落ち掛けながら4人で楽しく体験できました(^^)
チャドさんのガイドがフレンドリーでとても楽しく過ごせました！
シュノーケルは今までで1番きれいに魚が見えました
珊瑚も綺麗でカクレクマノミも見れたので嬉しかったです♡
盛り沢山の体験が1日でできました！

We had our first SUP experience with three women. The guide taught us carefully. It looked difficult, but it was really easy, and everyone quickly got the hang of it, enjoying the mangroves to the fullest!

During snorkeling, we even got to see a sea turtle! However, for those who are prone to motion sickness, I recommend taking anti-nausea medication in advance.

Thank you to the guides! 😊

女性3人で初SUP体験。
ガイドさんが丁寧に教えてくれました。
難しそうに見えたけど、とっても簡単で、みんなすぐに乗りこなし、マングローブを大満喫できました！

シュノーケルでは、ウミガメにも会えました〜！
但し、酔いやすい方は、酔い止め薬を事前に飲むことをおすすめします。

ガイドの方々、ありがとうございました(^ ^)

The weather wasn't great, and we ended up exploring in heavy rain for part of the trip. The visibility was poor, and we couldn't see the mountains behind the lake at all. However, the guide's stories were all fascinating and helped lift my spirits. The explanations about the birds we occasionally heard and the animals that we would have missed if we were walking on our own were also very good. I would like to join this tour again someday, hopefully on a sunny day.

お天気が良くなくて、途中まで大粒の雨の中の散策となりました。景色も見通し悪く、湖の後ろにある山は全く見えず。でも、ガイドさんのお話はどれも興味深く残念な気持ちを吹き飛ばしてくれました。ときおり聞こえる鳥の声の説明や、自分達だけで歩いていたら見過ごしていただろう動物たちがここで生きている証の説明もとても良かったです。またいつか今度は晴れた日にこのツアーに参加したいと思います。

It was just the right time to see the comet, and I was able to see it with my own eyes! I was so moved! I got lost and arrived late from the meeting time, but I was very grateful for the staff's polite guidance!

ちょうど、彗星が見える時期で
肉眼で見ることができました！感激です！
道に迷ってしまい、集合時間から遅れてしまったのですが
スタッフの皆様の丁寧なご案内で、とてもありがたかったです！